Flour Tortilla
Soft wheat flatbread that wraps everything from tacos to breakfast burritos.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of flour tortilla for fair comparison. Typical serving: 1 medium (45 g) — 140 kcal per 45 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (45 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 311 kcal | 140 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 8.4 g | 3.8 g | 2.7 g |
| Carbohydrate | 51.1 g | 23 g | 16.4 g |
| Fat | 7.8 g | 3.5 g | 2.5 g |
| Fibre | 3.1 g | 1.4 g | 1 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of flour tortilla, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (45 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 7.2 µg | 3.2 µg | 6% |
| Thiamin | 0.5 mg | 0.23 mg | 42% |
| Riboflavin | 0.28 mg | 0.13 mg | 22% |
| Niacin | 4.4 mg | 2 mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.059 mg | 0.027 mg | 3% |
| Folate | 149 µg | 67.1 µg | 37% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.56 mg | 0.25 mg | 11% |
| Choline | 7.9 mg | 3.6 mg | 1% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 146 mg | 65.7 mg | 11% |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 1.6 mg | 20% |
| Magnesium | 22 mg | 9.9 mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 206 mg | 92.7 mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 125 mg | 56.3 mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 736 mg | 331 mg | 32% |
| Zinc | 0.53 mg | 0.24 mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 22.3 µg | 10 µg | 41% |
| Copper | 0.1 mg | 0.045 mg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.54 mg | 0.24 mg | 23% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Tortillas, ready-to-bake or -fry, flour, refrigerated
% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Why eat flour tortilla?
- Fast base for balanced wraps.
- Keeps well in the fridge or freezer.
How to include it
- Fill with beans, chicken and salad.
- Warm in a dry pan for 20 seconds a side.
Things to consider
- Usually contains added fat, often palm or hydrogenated oils.
- Larger wraps can carry 300 kcal each.
Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.
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